Massage Therapy Journal

AMTA's award-winning publication focuses on massage therapy techniques and research, practical self-care tips, and business practices.

Each issue of Massage Therapy Journal features research-based articles on the practice of massage to provide you the most up-to-date information to help serve your clients.

Ally Love Talks Being True to Yourself

Updates in Research: Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Scents That Make Sense

Research: Massage and Aromatherapy

Slow Down With Shiatsu

Soothe: 5 Exercises for Effective Hand Self-Care

Recent Issues

Self-Care for Your Mental and Emotional Well-Being

Teaching Clients Self-Care

Fostering Career Longevity

Research: Massage and Occupational Injuries

Client Education: Self-Massage, Fatigue, Stress and Burnout

Soothe: Five Popular Self-Care Trends to Watch

Winter 2022

Beauty of the Basics

The Big Impact of Soft Touch

Research Literacy: Massage & Palliative Care

Client Handout: Massage for People in Pain

Soothe: Helping Hands

Fall 2022

Client Handout: Massage for Mental Health

The Science of Stress

Massage Therapy and Mental Health

Research: Moms, Massage and Mental Health

Sports Injury & Opioid Addiction: How Massage Therapy Can Help

Soothe: The Evolution of Self-Care

Summer 2022

The Rise of Massage Therapy in Pain Management

Parameters of Pain: The Subtleties of Acute and Chronic Pain

Massage for Functional Pain

Research: Massage for Pain

Client Handout: Massage & Pain and Fatigue

One Minute With Valorie Kondos Field

Feel Good Fast: Self-care in 30 Minutes or Less

Spring 2022

Underused Massage Techniques You Should Know

Massage After Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery

Chronic Skin Conditions and Massage Therapy

Research: Myths, Massage and Research

Client Handout: Post-operative massage therapy

4 Tips to Revive Your Exercise Routine

Winter 2021

A Real Pain in the Neck: Massage for Tech Neck

Lower Body Refresh: Six Ways to Expand Your Skillset

Ethics in the Massage Therapy Profession

Client Handout: Massage and Cupping for Chronic Pain

Research: Massage for Neck Pain

Get Better Sleep With Aromatherapy

Fall 2021

Passion Project: Q&A With Mick Ebeling

Breathe Easier: Asthma and Massage

Research Literacy: Massage and Pediatric Asthma

Soaking in Success: Massage and Hydrotherapy

Why Myths Persist in the Massage Profession

Self-Care: Strength Training

Client Handout: Massage, Hydrotherapy and Diabetic Neuropathy and Knee Osteoarthritis

Summer 2021

A Conversation With Michael Phelps

On the Go: Is Mobile Massage Right for You?

Hit or Myth: 7 Fitness Myths Busted

Navigating Change

Do Not Disturb: Exchange Screentime for Self-Care

Research Literacy: Massage & Physically Active Clients

Client Outreach: Physical & Mental Fitness

Spring 2021

Back to Basics: Self-Care Reminders

Wellness Through Structural Integration

Massage and Sports Injury Recovery

Research Literacy: Injury Prevention

Client Outreach: Enhancing Physical & Mental Well-Being

Case Study: Massage Therapy for TMJ Dysfunction

Winter 2020

Taking Care of the Caregivers: Massage for Hospital Workers

Are You In Too Deep?

Finish Strong: Sports Massage Post-Event

Research Literacy: A Non-Scientist's Guide to Research

One Minute With Sarah Thomas

Fall 2020

Communicating With Clients

Massage Therapy for Seniors

Game Plan: Sports Massage for Athletes on Event Day

Research: Massage and Menopause

Summer 2020

A Special Message from AMTA President, Angela Barker

Can Massage Therapy Enhance Mental Health?

Stretching Into Self-Care

Go for the Gold

Research: Post-Op Relief

Client Outreach: Improving Sleep and Managing Stress

Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Massage Therapy Journal Spring 2020 cover

Spring 2020

A Conversation with Michael Phelps

Post-Surgury Relief for Pain

Is Massage Nature's Sleep Aid?

Research Literacy: Massage and Sleep

Massage Therapy for Workplace Injuries

Client Outreach: Massage Before Cataract Surgery

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